Join us on Monday, April 29, 6:15-7:45 PM for a virtual event discussing the Association of Social Work Board (ASWB)’s social work licensing exam, its history, and barriers to BIPOC social workers entering the field as licensed professionals. NAMI-NYC will be joined by Social Workers for Justice, The Latino Social Work Coalition and Scholarship Fund, The National Association of Social Workers, New York State Chapter (NASW-NYS), and NAMI-NYS. Register now.
Join us on Wednesday, May 8, 12 PM for a webinar where we will dive into insights from the latest report based on a survey conducted by the NAMI-NYC Workplace Mental Health Initiative about real-world applications, lessons learned, and successes of mental health and disability ERGs across fourteen organizations. This webinar is for those who participate or would like to create a mental health ERG at their company. Register now.
Join NYRR and NAMI-NYC as we kick off Mental Health Awareness Month by raising awareness about the importance of mental well-being and the role of physical activity in supporting overall wellness. This panel will highlight the mind-body connection and provide insight into how running and physical activity has transformed their lives, helping them cope, persevere, and thrive in aspects of their everyday lives. NYRR Run Center, 320 W. 57th Street, Manhattan. Register here.
On Saturday, May 4, join us at the NYRR Mindful Run 5K in Queens. The event is a celebration of running’s profound impact on mental well-being. Swing by our mediation tent for a quiet and calm space to relax, before or after your run. Recorded meditations will be streaming in the tent and will also be available to download. You can also connect to free NAMI-NYC mental health programs. Please sign up for a time slot to reserve your spot today! Register Now.
On Saturday, May 11, 9 AM, join us for the Highland Park Open Run. We’ll kick off the day with some mental health remarks and resources. Run with us.
On Wednesday, May 22, join us for NYRR Fireside Chat on today’s leading mental health issues at NYRR’s office, 156 West 56th Street, 4th Floor, Manhattan. NAMI-NYC will participate in the conversation. More to come.